Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (20 Rentals)

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Kelsey Commons
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kelsey Commons

2301 Cambridge RdSchenectady, NY 12304
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Parkside View
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside View

920 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12307
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118 Jay St
1 Bedroom Apartments

118 Jay St

118 Jay StSchenectady, NY 12305
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4310-4351 Angela Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4310-4351 Angela Ct

4310-4351 Angela CtSchenectady, NY 12304
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Hillside Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Crossing

736 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12307
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148 Clinton St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

148 Clinton St

148 Clinton StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Northside Village
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Northside Village

2450 Van Vranken AveSchenectady, NY 12308
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The Foster
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Foster

508 State StSchenectady, NY 12305

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Outer Schenectady, Schenectady, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Schenectady Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Schenectady area of Albany, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 916 Kings Rd priced from $1,100. Netherlands Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,220. Here are the most affordable Outer Schenectady apartments for rent in Albany, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
916 Kings Rd1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Netherlands Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,220
Hillcrest Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 760 sqft1BR,1BA$1,265
State and Clinton1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1,335
Van Antwerp Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,349

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Schenectady, NY

As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Schenectady area is the $1.50 price per square foot 1078 Glenwood Blvd Model at 1078 Glenwood Blvd, Unit 1078 in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Outer Schenectady apartment is the 2 Bedroom B Model at State and Clinton starting at $1,795 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Schenectady apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1078 Glenwood Blvd, Unit 10781078 Glenwood Blvd2BR,1BA$1.50
State and Clinton2 Bedroom B2BR,1BA$1.82
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments2x2a2BR,2BA$1.73
1030 Community Rd1030 Community Rd2BR,1BA$1.95
The Reserve at Glenville1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage1BR,1BA$1.96
Van Antwerp Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.69
Hillcrest Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 760 sqft1BR,1BA$1.66
916 Kings Rd1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.47
Niskayuna GardensDalewood 1BR Den1BR,1BA$2.08
Netherlands Village1x1 400 Deluxe1BR,1BA$3.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Outer Schenectady, Schenectady, NY

Ranked #6

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Outer Schenectady, Schenectady, and the greater Albany area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Outer Schenectady Neighborhood in Schenectady, NY

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Schenectady Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Schenectady Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Schenectady Apartment is $1,100 at 916 Kings Rd.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Schenectady Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Schenectady is starting from $1,275 at Netherlands Village.

What is the most affordable Outer Schenectady Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer Schenectady Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willowbrook Terrace Apartments and starts from $1,725.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albany, NY

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Albany, the capital of New York state, is a renter’s haven.  With ample housing supply, little traffic and a stable economy, Albany is trending upward. I'm Patrick, your ApartmentHomeLiving.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.